Which term refers to the way you care for your body, including bathing, washing your hands, and brushing your teeth?

• A. Physical needs
• B. Personal care
• C. Personal items
• D. Personal hygiene

Answer: (D)

Personal hygiene is about keeping the body clean and well-groomed. Bathing, washing hands, and brushing teeth are everyday hygiene activities that remove dirt, reduce germs, prevent illness, and support comfort and self-esteem. That makes this term the best fit for the described actions. Physical needs refer to basics like food, water, shelter, and rest, not cleaning practices. Personal care is broader and can include dressing and other daily tasks, while personal hygiene specifically targets cleanliness and grooming. Personal items are the belongings you carry or use, not the care routines themselves.